DONNA - no, I don't have to buy a seat for the Benj. He weighs 10 pounds!!! I do have to pay a "pet fee" though and he travels in a bag under the seat in front of me. He's VERY good on the plane.I won't be here this fall, what a pity. It would have been great fun to meet.

What a LOVELY spot, your balcony! I LOVE balconies!! Something romantic about them!!! And a balcony in Paris? Even MORE romantic!!!!!

Thank you so much for visiting my blog - sorry, they are not peonies, they are roses from a friend's garden...but you are right, they could be, lovely aren't they?

Been 'studying' you blog just now - so much interesting stuff!!! Beautiful photos! I shall be back!

Was interested to see that you lived in Kenya - my boyfriend was born in Kenya and so I am used to hearing all his wonderful childhood memories! I have visited twice now and already looking forward to our next trip! What a beautiful country! Do you ever go back?

Well, have a wonderful Sunday in Paris - that sounds romantic too!!!! :) (I guess EVERYTHING to do with Paris sounds romantic...)

Kind wishesNicola

p.s. Have you come across Vintage's blog "Uruguay Life" - as you have a connection, I'd thought I'd mention it....

FIFI - I am sure that, with your love of flowers, you would find mum's balcony very inspiring.

SEPTEMBER COTTAGE - I would love to go back to Kenya, that beautiful and amazing country, but I have never had a chance since I left. Maybe some day.Thanks for mentioning the Uruguay blog, I'll have a look!